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What is the date of the Frontispiece of the Codex Mendoza?
Who was the artist of Il Gesu?
Giacomo da Vignola, Giacomo della Porta, Giovanni Battista Gualli
Hunters in the Snow was painted by Vincent Van Gogh.
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The Mosque of Selim II was designed by __________.
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What technique is primarily used in The Calling of St. Matthew?
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What period/style is Henry IV Receives the Portrait of Marie de' Medici from?
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Self-Portrait with Saskia was created in the 17th century.
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What is the main function of the Ecstasy of Saint Theresa sculpture?
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The Tete a Tete, from Marriage a la Mode, satirizes the behavior of the __________ class.
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Who painted Women Holding a Balance?
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Match the artwork with its artist:
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Study Notes
Frontispiece of the Codex Mendoza
- Created between 1541-1584 C.E., represents Post-Columbian art.
- Artist is unknown, commissioned by Don Antonio de Mendoza.
- Made using yellow varnish and pictograms, illustrating Aztec rulers' history and daily life.
- Central imagery includes an eagle on a cactus, symbolizing the founding of Tenochtitlan, surrounded by a war shield.
Il Gesu
- Constructed in the 16th century, with façade completed between 1569-1584.
- Designed by Giacomo da Vignola and Giacomo della Porta; frescoes by Giovanni Battista Gualli.
- Located in Rome, serves as a significant Baroque church prototype during the Counter-Reformation.
- Emphasizes the ideals of the Society of Jesus, showcasing elaborate interior and facade.
Hunters in the Snow
- Painted in 1565 by Pieter Bruegel the Elder for patron Nicolaes Jonghelinck.
- Oil on wood, capturing a wintry scene during the Little Ice Age.
- Represents Northern Renaissance art and reflects on rural life during a time of change in the Netherlands.
- Depicts hunters returning unsuccessful, emphasizing nature's dominance over humanity.
Mosque of Selim II
- Built between 1568-1575 by architect Sinan in Edine, Turkey.
- Notable for its grand dome, which surpasses the Hagia Sophia.
- Functions as a mosque and includes a complex with a hospital and library.
- Combines Islamic architectural styles with modern elements, featuring large, blue domes and minarets.
Calling of St. Matthew
- Created by Caravaggio around 1599-1600, exemplifying Baroque style.
- Depicts the Biblical call of Matthew with a focus on tenebrism and dramatic lighting.
- Challenges traditional representations by placing figures in a tavern setting, creating tension and potential energy.
- Highlights themes of divine intervention through everyday characters.
Henry IV Receives the Portrait of Marie de' Medici
- Painted by Peter Paul Rubens between 1621-1625, characteristic of Baroque art.
- Reflects themes of absolutism during the Thirty Years War, using religious iconography.
- Emphasizes the significance of Marie de' Medici, establishing her divine representation.
- Creates a visual allegory of their marriage portrayed as a divine union.
Self-Portrait with Saskia
- Etching by Rembrandt van Rijn, created in 1636 as a marriage portrait.
- Highlights the artist's focus on himself over his wife, reflecting societal views on gender roles.
- This intimate portrayal showcases everyday life aesthetics during the Baroque period.
- The use of shading enhances the contrast between Rembrandt and Saskia's images.
San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane
- Designed by Francesco Borromini from 1638-1646 in Rome.
- Unique church architecture integrates Baroque elements with a cloister for the Discalced Trinitarians.
- Reflects the holy significance with serpentine shapes symbolizing the Holy Trinity.
- Utilizes triangles to fit its location constraints, illustrating innovative design.
Ecstasy of Saint Theresa
- Sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1647-1652) displayed in Santa Maria Della Vittoria, Rome.
- Features sensual and spiritual elements, capturing Theresa's divine encounter.
- Commissioned by Cardinal Cornaro, meant for his burial site, showing light dramatically enhancing emotional impact.
- Emphasizes the mystical experience of religious devotion.
Angel with Arquebus, Asiel Timor Dei
- Painted in the late 17th century by the Master of Calamarca in Peru.
- Features an archangel in Spanish aristocratic clothing reflecting colonial influences.
- Symbolizes cultural exchange and adaptation during the Spanish conquest of the Americas.
- The archangel’s portrayal with a gun represents the blending of religious and earthly elements.
Las Meninas
- Created by Diego Velazquez around 1656, showcases a royal family scene.
- Unique perspective features the artist himself and the royal couple reflected in a mirror.
- Incorporates Baroque characteristics of one-directional lighting creating depth.
- Offers a glimpse into royal life, blurring the line between art and reality.
Women Holding a Balance
- Painted by Johannes Vermeer around 1664, showcases a woman weighing her belongings.
- Reflects Dutch prosperity, symbolizing the rise of the middle class during this period.
- Notable for its intimate setting and directional lighting, drawing viewers into the moment.
- The balance represents themes of morality and materialism in society.
The Palace at Versailles
- Begun in 1669, designed by architects Louis le Vau and Jules Hardouin-Mansart for King Louis XIV.
- Illustrates French Baroque architecture with dramatic, asymmetrical design.
- Represents the extravagance of royalty amid public suffering and societal disparity.
- The palace acts as a symbol of absolute power and grandeur.
Screen with Siege of Belgrade and Hunting Scene
- Created by the Circle of the Gonzales family between 1697-1701 in Mexico.
- A tabulated folding screen that merges detailed baroque art with local themes.
- Highlights significant events like the siege while showcasing meticulous details through atmospheric perspective.
- Represents the intersection of European and indigenous artistic influences in colonial Mexico.
The Virgin of Guadalupe
- Created around 1697-1701 by Miguel Gonzalez, housed in Basilica of Guadalupe, Mexico City.
- Represents the patron saint of Mexico with humble depictions emphasizing her significance to Mexican identity.
- Characterized by muted colors atypical of European Baroque, resembling Byzantine art forms.
- Inlaid with mother of pearl, enhancing its cultural and religious importance.
Fruit and Insects
- Painted by Rachel Ruysch in 1711, characterized by Baroque still-life elements.
- Highlights rotting fruit and insects, symbolizing life's cyclical nature.
- Rich detail typical of Dutch Baroque art showcases the artist's fascination with nature.
- Represents themes of decay and renewal, reflecting historical cultural narratives.
Spaniard and Indian Produce a Mestizo
- Painted around 1715 by Juan Rodriguez Juarez, representing mixed-race identity in Mexico.
- Reflects the evolving social structures during colonial times questioning class hierarchies.
- The focus on mestizos signals a shift toward acknowledging indigenous heritage.
- Illustrates the growing complexity of identity in post-colonial societies.
The Tete a Tete, from Marriage a la Mode
- Created by William Hogarth circa 1743, satirizing upper-class behavior in England.
- Depicts a disloyal husband and playing wife, underscoring moral decay in elite society.
- Uses humor to critique Rococo art's excess and absurdity in representing reality.
- Illustrates the tension between appearance and reality within high society during the period.
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Dive into the world of early European art with these flashcards covering key works from the Codex Mendoza. Learn about the context, techniques, and significance of various art pieces from this post-Columbian period. Ideal for AP Art History students seeking to master their knowledge.
